Pat Cleveland

Biography

Patricia Cleveland (born June 23, 1950) is an American fashion model. Cleveland is regarded as one of the first Black supermodels and one of the most influential runway models of the 1970s. Known for her expressive, dance-like runway style, she has been referred to as "the Josephine Baker of the international runways." Cleveland was born in New York City, the daughter of painter Lady Bird Cleveland, and began modeling as a teenager in 1966.

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